Hidden gems: Museums in Portland

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Portland. This list contains 18 places from Museum category.

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Bliss House Museum
Museum
👍👍 Bliss House Museum is a wonderful museum and a great place to spend the day if you’re ever in Portland! My wife and I were so amazed with Bliss House that we choose this location as the venue for our wedding. It was everything we could’ve imagined!
5.00 (7 reviews)
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Portland Chinatown Museum
Museum
👍👍 An immersive experience with a theatrical set design that brings history to life through a wonderfully visual exhibit. I learned so much about the history of Chinese Americans in Portland aligned with broader trends of what was going on in Oregon and the country. I’ve also enjoyed the special exhibi...
4.90 (66 reviews)
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Brassworks Gallery
Art gallery
👍👍 Really like the current exhibit
4.90 (32 reviews)
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Save The PT Boat, Inc.
Museum
👍👍 This is the museum for PT-658, a WWII-era restored Patrol Torpedo Boat. This is a MUST-DO in Portland. This is literally the only PT Boat in the US that you can climb aboard and explore on a regular basis - and it is readily accessible, with a little planning. The boat has her own boathouse right in...
4.90 (8 reviews)
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The Morrison Street Minigallery
Museum
👍👍 Super cute! I love miniatures and this little display changes often with the best mini works! Definitely a great little pit-stop if you are anywhere close in town.
4.90 (7 reviews)
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The Skeleton Key Odditorium
Museum
👍👍 The shop was beautiful and I loved absolutely everything I saw. The co-owner checked us out and she was friendly and fun to talk to. Beautiful shop, highly recommend visiting. We didn't have enough time for the museum but if I'm ever back in town it is on the top of my list for sure.
4.80 (113 reviews)
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The Zymoglyphic Museum
Museum
👍👍 If you’re looking for the weird in Portland, this is your stop. Small, free mueseum takes about 15-20 minutes and it’s located in a small neighborhood with limited parking. Only open the first and fourth Sunday of the month. We were very lucky to catch this unique museum on a weekend it was open as...
4.80 (82 reviews)
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Japanese American Museum of Oregon
History museum
Intimate museum with exhibits focusing on Japanese-American experiences in the 1940s.
4.80 (81 reviews)
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Maine Jewish Museum
Museum
👍👍 What a great place. This is a working synagogue but also has an art gallery incorporated into the community portion of the temple. The artwork, displayed by several artists, Jewish and otherwise, was beautiful and accessible in price. I bought a small piece and waiting for shipment at the end of the...
4.80 (49 reviews)
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lumber room
Museum
4.80 (11 reviews)
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Cascade Crest
Museum
👍 Very nice place.
4.80 (5 reviews)
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The Historic Belmont Firehouse
Museum
👍 A cute way to give kids a hands-on experience. There are many things to learn and do here. This small museum is a great stop on a rainy day.
4.70 (60 reviews)
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Museum of the Soldier Inc
Museum
👍👍 For the size it was, it was great very nice hope to go again when I have longer to stay .
4.70 (41 reviews)
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Portland Fire Museum
Museum
Museum tracing the history of the Portland Fire Department with vintage equipment, badges & photos.
4.70 (26 reviews)
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Jay County Historical Society
Museum
👍👍 My wife and I visited and had a great time. I'm really into American history so I was like a kid in a candy store. Driving my wife nuts saying look at that. Look at this. We spent all day there and had a great time talking with everyone and learning and observing. I highly recommend the Jay Co. Hist...
4.70 (25 reviews)
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Experiment PDX
Children's museum
👍👍 This was well worth the money $10 and we were there over two hours. Our kids ranged from 6 to 10 years old. There was a good amount to do and even us grown-ups had fun. There was a great maker space. The Gallery was super interesting also. I think it would get a little crowded if there was more than...
4.60 (30 reviews)
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Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education
Museum
Venue offering rotating exhibits, lectures & films on Holocaust history, plus docent-led tours.
4.50 (107 reviews)
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Architectural Heritage Center
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Magnificently curated, if small. It is well worth the visit if one admires architectural details and history.
4.50 (46 reviews)
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